Carlos Oliva
Conroe,TX
Summary
Dynamic Chef and Car Detailer with a proven track record at The Angry Elephant, showcasing expertise in kitchen operations management and a knack for enhancing customer satisfaction. Excelled in food and beverage pairing, purchasing, and mentoring teams, achieving significant improvements in service quality and efficiency. Skilled in fostering relationships with vendors for quality ingredients, demonstrating exceptional organizational and interpersonal abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
The Angry Elephant
Magnolia, TX
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Collaborated with restaurant management to align kitchen operations with goals of establishment.
- Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
Car Detailer
The Krest Hand Car Wash & Detail
Magnolia, TX
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Checked for any damage to the vehicle's interior or exterior before beginning detailing work.
- Applied protective sealant coating on painted surfaces after thorough cleaning.
- Restored headlights by applying special cleaning solutions that removed yellowing caused by UV exposure.
- Provided customers with information about their vehicle's condition prior to detailing work being completed.
- Maintained detailed records of all services performed on each vehicle.
- Applied waxes to protect paint finish from weather conditions and oxidation.
- Waxed exterior of vehicles, removed compound with soft cloth and buffed to brilliant shine.
- Cleaned cars both externally and internally by hand or with use of automated equipment.
- Washed wide range of vehicles each day.
- Adhered to safety protocols and guidelines to prevent damage to vehicles and personal injury.
- Conducted thorough interior and exterior cleaning and detailing of vehicles to enhance appearance.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure efficient operations.
- Inspected vehicle to verify pristine appearance for customer.
Education
High School Diploma -
Osvaldo Sanchez
La Habana Cuba06-2008
Skills
- Purchasing
- Kitchen operations management
- Complex Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Vendor relations
- Attention to detail
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Chef
The Angry Elephant
11.2022 - 08.2024
Car Detailer
The Krest Hand Car Wash & Detail
04.2022 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Osvaldo Sanchez
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